Virtual Therapy across New York & New
Jersey in English, Cantonese & Mandarin
Meet Mandy Lam, LCSW, LCAT, MT-BC
Cantonese & Mandarin
speaking Therapist in NYC
I'm so glad you're here.You Might Be Here Because…
You're living a life based on what you were told would bring happiness and fulfillment. You show up consistently, go above and beyond to get things done, and are seen by others as the "reliable" one.
But on the inside, the part of you that feels anxious, unsure, and exhausted by being everything to everyone is rarely recognized.
In my work as a Cantonese- and Mandarin-speaking therapist in NYC, I help folks explore these patterns and to find space to hear their own voice again.
I’ve been there
I'm a 1.5 generation immigrant, born in Hong Kong and moved to Canada when I was a child - old enough to remember where I came from, but young enough to be expected to adapt quickly.
I know what it means to live between cultures: to feel not quite “Asian” enough and not quite Westernized enough, depending on the room you're in.
That in-between space, where belonging feels just out of reach in both directions, is something I carry into the therapy room with me.
Coping strategies are genuinely useful. They help you get through hard days, dial down the overwhelm, and feel a little more in control. And there's a ceiling to what they can do on their own.
Think of it like a band-aid. It helps, it heals, and when the wound keeps coming back, or gets deeper, no amount of bandaids will get to what's underneath.
That's where we go in therapy. When your nervous system is in overdrive, the last thing you can do is remember to breathe or ground yourself. So instead of stacking more tools on top of an already full plate, we slow down and get curious. Where do you feel this in your body? Where did this pattern first show up in your life? What is it actually trying to protect you from?
How We’ll Work Together
Lasting change begins when you move from managing symptoms to understanding their roots, and from there, into a version of yourself that finally feels like yours.
Meet Mandy,
The Foodie, Home Barista & Musician
Outside of the Therapy Room…Outside of the therapy room, I'm usually in a pottery studio making something lopsided, at the piano learning a new song, or easing into the morning with a slow cup of coffee (and honestly, a sparkling water is never far behind). I love being outside too, whether that's catching a good sunset or just getting some fresh air and moving my body. My husband, our dog Oatmeal, and the occasional reality TV show round out the picture.
These things keep me grounded. I genuinely believe rest, creativity, and imperfection deserve space in our lives, and that's something I try to bring into every session.
From Fellow Clinicians
Genuine, Warm, Welcoming, Safe Space
“Mandy is an excellent therapist who offers genuine care to her clients and a steady, compassionate hand through life's challenges. Her warm, welcoming presence makes her a great choice for anyone looking for a safe space for growth and healing.”
— Jessica Hayes, LCSW
Exceptional, Compassionate, Culturally Sensitive
“I've known Mandy Lam for 10+ years, and she's an exceptional therapist. Mandy creates a compassionate, culturally sensitive space where clients can explore and grow. She integrates various approaches, including music therapy, in her work. She's excellent!”
— Mirabel Xiao-Ou Xing, LMSW
Kind, Warm, Intelligent, Supportive, Curious
“I highly recommend Mandy- she is kind, warm, and intelligent, and has a rare ability to be supportive and challenging. Her genuine curiosity, thoughtful questions, and skillful approach help clients feel deeply seen while creating real, lasting change.”
— Nicole Trister, LCSW
My Approaches as a Cantonese & Mandarin-speaking Therapist in NYC
In my work as a Cantonese and Mandarin-speaking therapist in NYC, I combine attachment-based, somatic, and mindfulness approaches to help clients explore patterns beneath anxiety and stress.
licensesLicensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW # 101697), New York State
Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW # 44SC06624500), New Jersey
Licensed Creative Arts Therapist (LCAT # 003168), New York State
Board-Certified Music Therapist (MT-BC # 15247)
educationMaster of Social Work (MSW), New York University
Master of Arts (MA) in Music Therapy, New York University
Bachelor of Arts (BA) in Music & Psychology,
McGill University
trainingsEye-Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing Therapy (EMDR Level 1) from the Center for Excellence for EMDR Therapy
Maternal Mental Health Intensive for Healthcare Providers: Perinatal Mood and Anxiety Disorders & Perinatal Loss and Grief
AEDP Immersion Training (Accelerated Experiential Dynamic Psychotherapy)
Complete IFS Therapy Immersion: Integrating the Internal Family Systems (IFS) Model Across Clinical Applications
IFS Level 1 Training from IFS Institute (in process)
experienceMy clinical training spans hospital systems, community organizations, and private practice, where I’ve supported individuals through acute stress, trauma, and major life transitions.
I’ve worked within settings such as NewYork-Presbyterian Weill Cornell, NYU Langone, and Mount Sinai, as well as with survivors of human trafficking and birthing parents and their partners during the perinatal period.
These experiences shape my trauma-informed, culturally attuned approach, as an Asian-American therapist in NYC, and my commitment to meeting each person with steadiness, care, and curiosity.
My Background
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Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW # 101697), New York State
Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW # 44SC06624500), New Jersey
Licensed Creative Arts Therapist (LCAT # 003168), New York State
Board-Certified Music Therapist (MT-BC # 15247)
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Master of Social Work (MSW), New York University
Master of Arts (MA) in Music Therapy, New York University
Bachelor of Arts (BA) in Music & Psychology,
McGill University
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Eye-Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing Therapy (EMDR Level 1) from the Center for Excellence for EMDR Therapy
Maternal Mental Health Intensive for Healthcare Providers: Perinatal Mood and Anxiety Disorders & Perinatal Loss and Grief
AEDP Immersion Training (Accelerated Experiential Dynamic Psychotherapy)
Complete IFS Therapy Immersion: Integrating the Internal Family Systems (IFS) Model Across Clinical Applications
IFS Level 1 Training from IFS Institute (in process)
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My clinical training spans hospital systems, community organizations, and private practice, where I’ve supported individuals through acute stress, trauma, and major life transitions.
I’ve worked within settings such as NewYork-Presbyterian Weill Cornell, NYU Langone, and Mount Sinai, as well as with survivors of human trafficking and birthing parents and their partners during the perinatal period.
These experiences shape my trauma-informed, culturally attuned approach, as an Asian-American therapist in NYC, and my commitment to meeting each person with steadiness, care, and curiosity.
Why “Mindful Roots Collective”?
The name Mindful Roots Collective is inspired by "Roots Before Branches" by Room for Two. It reflects a core truth: to grow into who you want to be, you first have to understand who you are.
That's what this practice is built on. Together, we explore your history, patterns, and values -your roots, through mindfulness and compassion. That foundation is what makes change feel lasting and authentic.
Healing begins within, but it deepens in relationship. When you tend to your inner world with a Cantonese and Mandarin-speaking therapist in NYC, you naturally open yourself to more connected and meaningful relationships beyond it.
The journey starts with one step: showing up, exactly as you are.
“Between stimulus and response there is a space. In that space is our power to choose our response. In our response lies our growth and our freedom.”
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